Gold prices rose on Christmas morning across India, with 24-carat gold touching ₹1,39,090 per 10 grams in Delhi, while silver also witnessed a sharp jump. Strong global cues and central bank buying supported bullion prices. Internationally, spot gold traded above $4,525 an ounce.
Gold and Silver Shine as Bullion Prices Jump on December 25
New Delhi: On the morning of 25 December, Christmas Day, gold prices strengthened across the country. Gold prices opened higher in the domestic market, indicating renewed interest from investors and buyers in the precious metal. In the capital city of Delhi, the price of 24-karat gold rose to ₹1,39,090 per 10 grams.
In Delhi, 22-karat gold is trading at ₹1,27,510 per 10 grams. In Mumbai, the price of 24-karat gold was recorded at ₹1,38,940 per 10 grams, and 22-karat gold at ₹1,27,360 per 10 grams. Similar rates were observed in Chennai and Kolkata.
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In Pune and Bengaluru, 24-karat gold remained at ₹1,38,940 per 10 grams and 22-karat gold at ₹1,27,360 per 10 grams. In Ahmedabad, 24-karat gold reached ₹1,38,990 and 22-karat gold ₹1,27,410 per 10 grams. In Jaipur, Lucknow, and Chandigarh, 24-karat gold was recorded at ₹1,39,090 per 10 grams.
Gold prices also remained strong in the international market. Spot gold is trading at $4,525.96 per ounce. Global uncertainties, central bank purchases, and demand for safe-haven investments have provided support to gold prices. So far in 2025, gold has registered a gain of approximately 73.7 percent.
Goldman Sachs has made a significant prediction regarding gold. According to the investment bank, gold could reach $4,900 per ounce by December 2026. The report states that several central banks around the world are likely to continue buying gold in the coming period, which could further support prices.
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Along with gold, silver prices also rose sharply on Christmas Day. In the domestic market, the price of silver increased to ₹2,33,100 per kilogram. In the international market, the spot price of silver was recorded at $72.70 per ounce.
This year, silver has given investors excellent returns. In international markets, silver prices have increased by approximately 151 percent so far, while in the domestic market, silver has strengthened by about 153 percent. Industrial demand and increasing investor interest are considered to be the main reasons for the surge in silver prices.
Amidst the festive season and global indicators, investors are now focused on the movement of gold and silver prices in the coming days. Experts believe that if global uncertainty persists, the upward trend in precious metals could continue.
